Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com– and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

Sat. 5-20-12: The Party Starters 5th Anniversary Zumba Fitness Party.
Doors at 5:30pm / Show at 6pm. Tickets $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

COMING SOON

Thurs. 4-26-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM PUB
Fresh Hops -9pm. No Cover

Thurs. 4-26-12: Full Court Press 2

All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe, Groovatron & more! Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed
Doors at 8:30pm / Show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door

Fri. 4-27-12: Chi Town Get Down
Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun – Plus DJ tweener sets by Kobrakai vs Ram Z
Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door

Sat. 4-28-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM PUB
The Great Whiskey Project – 9pm, no cover

Sat. 4-28-12:
The Coop (CD release show) and Roster McCabe – My Boy Elroy
Doors at 9:30pm / Show at 10:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door

Fri. 6-1-12 (early show):
School of Rock Evanston. School of Rock Highwood is proud to announce the line up will include the best selections from our Stevie Wonder show as well as our Rush and Frank Zappa show. Doors at 5pm / Show at 6pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door. $5 for children under 18 (must be accompanied by an adult).
Call 847-433-ROCK for ticketing information.

Fri. 6-8-12:
Amrita
Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door

Matt Skiba and The Sekrets are hitting the road on their first ever live tour and will be making their way to the Metro this June in support of their forthcoming album, Babylon. Tickets go on sale TODAY at NOON!

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com– and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

Thurs. 5-17-12: Thinner Teed and Afternoon Moon with Drama Junkies. Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 6-1-12 (early show): School of Rock Evanston. School of Rock Highwood is proud to announce the line up will include the best selections from our Stevie Wonder show as well as our Rush and Frank Zappa show. Doors at 5pm / Show at 6pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door. $5 for children under 18 (must be accompanied by an adult). Call 847-433-ROCK for ticketing information.

Fri. 9-14-12: Great American Taxi. Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $14 at the door.

Tues. 4-17-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM PUB
The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Sun. 4-22-12: A Celebration of Life: A.F. Wittek
In February, lap steel guitarist for The Pat Smillie Band, Allen “Uncle Al” Wittek, passed away from cancer. Join us in celebrating his life as friends and family gather to pay tribute. Scott Madden will be master of ceremonies and The Madman Band will be performing for the event. Donations are welcome and all proceeds will be going to the American Cancer Society in honor of Al Wittek. Event runs 2pm – 7pm

IT’S HERE! The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to vie for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room) in tonight’s showcase. Beginning March 20th, we’ve invited two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held TONIGHT. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Thurs. 4-26-12: Full Court Press 2 All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe, Groovatron & more! Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed. Doors at 8:30pm / Show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Fri. 4-27-12: Chi Town Get Down Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Sat. 4-28-12: The Coop (CD release show) and Roster McCabe – My Boy Elroy. Doors at 9:30pm / Show at 10:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Sat. 4-28-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM PUB The Great Whiskey Project – 9pm, no cover

Fri. 6-1-12 (early show): School of Rock Evanston. School of Rock Highwood is proud to announce the line up will include the best selections from our Stevie Wonder show as well as our Rush and Frank Zappa show. Doors at 5pm / Show at 6pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door. $5 for children under 18 (must be accompanied by an adult). Call 847-433-ROCK for ticketing information.

Fri. 6-8-12: Amrita. Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Tues. 4-17-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM:
The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Sun. 4-22-12: A Celebration of Life: A.F. Wittek
In February, lap steel guitarist for The Pat Smillie Band, Allen “Uncle Al” Wittek, passed away from cancer. Join us in celebrating his life as friends and family gather to pay tribute. Scott Madden will be master of ceremonies and The Madmen Band will be performing for the event. There will be a silent auction of Al’s memorabilia, instruments and art with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. No cover. Donations accepted at the door. Event runs 2pm – 7 pm

Tues. 4-24-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: Open Mic Showcase Challenge
IT’S HERE! The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to vie for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room) in tonight’s showcase. Beginning March 20th, we’ve invited two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held TONIGHT. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Thurs. 4-26-12: Full Court Press 2
All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe, Groovatron & more! Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed. Doors at 8:30pm / Show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Fri. 4-27-12: Chi Town Get Down
Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm / Show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Join us with local DJ aficionado and Smart Bar resident Justin Long as we investigate and explore the foundations of Chicago’s celebrated House Music sound. Following the discourse, pioneer spin artist Justin Long will perform a DJ set comprising of producers and labels that were key to the constructions of the Chicago House scene.

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com- and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

DOUBLE DOOR UPDATE

JUST ANNOUNCED – ON SALE NOW:

Friday, April 13: KIDS THESE DAYS * DJ CLARK KENT * a special performance of Rappers Delight by the original members of the Sugar Hill Gang, MASTER GEE and WONDER MIKE

CIMMfest and Nike Sportswear Present…The 30th Anniversary of Air Force 1 Celebration featuring…KIDS THESE DAYS * DJ CLARK KENT * a special performance of Rappers Delight by the original members of the Sugar Hill Gang, MASTER GEE and WONDER MIKE

$25 / Doors: 9PM / Show: 10PM

Tickets for this show available at http://cimmfest.org/kids-these-days-w-rappers-delight/

Join us with local DJ aficionado and Smart Bar resident Justin Long as we investigate and explore the foundations of Chicago’s celebrated House Music sound. Following the discourse, pioneer spin artist Justin Long will perform a DJ set comprising of producers and labels that were key to the constructions of the Chicago House scene.

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com- and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

Sun. 4-22-12: A Celebration of Life: A.F. Wittek
In February, lap steel guitarist for The Pat Smillie Band, Allen “Uncle Al” Wittek, passed away from cancer. Join us in celebrating his life as friends and family gather to pay tribute. Scott Madden will be master of ceremonies and The Madmen Band will be performing for the event. There will be a silent auction of Al’s memorabilia, instruments and art with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. No cover. Donations accepted at the door. Event runs 2pm – 7 pm

Sat. 5-5-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM
The Soda Jerks 9pm, no cover

Thurs. 5-10-12:
Pimps of Joytime and Juno What. Doors at 8:30pm, show at 9:30pm. Tickets $14 in advance and $16 at the door.

Fri. 5-18-12:
Outernational and Graham Czech. Doors at 8pm, show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 7-13-12:
Maiden Chicago with Balls To The Wall. Doors at 8pm, show at 9pm. Tickets $15 in advance and at the door.

COMING SOON>>>>

Thurs. 4-5-12:
Kill the Alarm (acoustic) – Josh Holmes – Fivestar Deluxe. Doors at 8:30pm, and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 4-6-12:
Mr. Blotto. Doors at 8:30pm, and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Sat. 4-7-12:
Needmore – Vanity Theft – David Paige & The Skyline. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Tues. 4-10-12:
Eric Lambert and Friends – Jaik Willis. Doors at 9pm, and show at 10pm. Tickets $5 at the door

Tues. 4-10-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM:
The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Thurs. 4-12-12: Whippersnap Music Festival Battle of the Bands
Catfish & the Dogstars – Digeometric – Simpleton & Citylfolk. Doors at 8pm, and show 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $8 at the door.

Fri. 4-13-12:
DJ Kormac – Happy Happy James World. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $15 in advance and at the door.

Sat. 4-14-12:
Kid A (Radiohead Tribute) – Aneurysm (Nirvana Tribute). Doors at 8:30pm, and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Tues. 4-17-12:
Eric Lambert and Friends – Safe Haven. Doors at 9pm, and show at 10pm. Tickets $5 at the door

Tues. 4-17-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM:
The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Sun. 4-22-12: A Celebration of Life: A.F. Wittek
In February, lap steel guitarist for The Pat Smillie Band, Allen “Uncle Al” Wittek, passed away from cancer. Join us in celebrating his life as friends and family gather to pay tribute. Scott Madden will be master of ceremonies and The Madmen Band will be performing for the event. There will be a silent auction of Al’s memorabilia, instruments and art with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. No cover. Donations accepted at the door. Event runs 2pm – 7 pm

Tues. 4-24-12:
Eric Lambert and Friends – Saint Anyways. Doors at 9pm, and show at 10pm. Tickets $5 at the door

Tues. 4-24-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: Open Mic Showcase Challenge
IT’S HERE! The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to vie for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room) in tonight’s showcase. Beginning March 20th, we’ve invited two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held TONIGHT. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists! -8:30pm, no cover.

Thurs. 4-26-12: Full Court Press 2
All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe and Groovatron (Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed) Doors at 8:30pm and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Fri. 4-27-12: Chi Town Get Down
Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Tues. 5-1-12:
Eric Lambert and Friends. Doors at 9pm, and show at 10pm. Tickets $5 at the door

Thurs. 5-3-12:
Fareed Haque Moog Guitar & Guistar with Greg Fundis on drums; Alex Austin on bass. Jesse Clayton from the MacPodz is our guest keyboard player for 2012 – Bonzo Terks. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 5-4 -12:
Terrapin Flyer and Friends. Doors at 8pm, and Show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Sat. 5-5-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM
The Soda Jerks 9pm, no cover

Thurs. 5-10-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM
Fresh Hops -9pm. No Cover

Fri. 5-18-12:
Outernational and Graham Czech. Doors at 8pm, show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Thurs. 5-24-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM
Fresh Hops -9pm. No Cover

Thurs. 5-24-12:
Northern Magnolia – Sarah Holtschlag & the Crosscuts. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9 pm.
Tickets $5 in advance and $8 at the door.

1st Fri. of every month: Tony, Aaron, and Rebecca from the TOSSERS. -9pm, no cover.

3rd Sat. of every month: Railway Records Residency -9pm, no cover.

Last Sat. of every month: the Great Whiskey Project. -9pm, no cover.

Preferred seating available at all music events when a dinner reservation is made

NEW SHOWS! On Sale Now- The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: CALLING ALL MUSICIANS: The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to compete for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room). Beginning March 20th, we’ll invite two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held on April 24th. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists!

Sat. 4-14-12: Kid A – Aneurysm. Doors at 8:30pm, and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Brothers for a spot) and brunch will be served. Doors at 2 p.m. Show at 3 p.m. Tickets

$10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Tues. 4-3-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: CALLING ALL MUSICIANS: The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to compete for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room). Beginning March 20th, we’ll invite two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held on April 24th. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists!

Tues. 4-10-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: CALLING ALL MUSICIANS: The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to compete for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room). Beginning March 20th, we’ll invite two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held on April 24th. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists!

Tues. 4-17-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: CALLING ALL MUSICIANS: The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to compete for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room). Beginning March 20th, we’ll invite two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held on April 24th. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists!

Tues. 4-24-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: CALLING ALL MUSICIANS: IT’S HERE! The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to vie for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side (the big room) in tonight’s showcase. Beginning March 20th, we’ve invited two artists each week to perform at our showcase being held TONIGHT. Bring your friends, family and fans to cheer you on as you compete for the chance to open up for one of our venue side artists!

Doors are at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!

20% off your meal, $4 Corona & $4 house wines.

You Can RSVP for NO COVER

Thurs. 4-26-12: Full Court Press 2

All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe, Groovatron (Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed.) Doors at 8:30pm and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Fri. 4-27-12: Chi Town Get Down

Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Tues. 5-1-12: Eric Lambert and Friends. Doors at 9pm, and show at 10pm. Tickets $5

Thurs. 5-3-12: Fareed Haque Moog Guitar & guistar; Greg Fundis on drums; Alex Austin on bass. Jesse Clayton from the MacPodz is our guest keyboard player for 2012! Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 5-4 -12: Terrapin Flyer and Friends. Doors at 8pm, and Show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com- and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com- and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

1st Fri. of every month: Tony, Aaron, and Rebecca from the TOSSERS. -9pm, no cover.

3rd Sat. of every month: Railway Records Residency -9pm, no cover.

Last Sat. of every month: the Great Whiskey Project. -9pm, no cover.

Preferred seating available at all music events when a dinner reservation is made

NEW SHOWS! On Sale Now:

The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: For 4 weeks, our host, Scott, “The Madman” Madden has been selecting artists to perform at tonight’s showcase for a chance to earn a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side. Watch them all compete tonight for a chance at supporting one of our venue side artists. Starts Tuesday 3-20-12 at 8:30, no cover.

Thurs. 5-3-12: Fareed Haque Moog Guitar & guistar; Greg Fundis on drums; Alex Austin on bass. Jesse Clayton from the MacPodz is our guest keyboard player for 2012! Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets in advance and $10 at the door.

COMING SOON>>>>

Thurs. 3-22-12: EP3 – Bitch Please – Jib ‘n’ Jab. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Fri. 3-23-12: Inbound Kennedy – The Wind Gypsys Doors at 8 p.m. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance and at the door.

Fri. 3-23-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM: Fresh Hops, 9pm No Cover.

Sat. 3-24-12: The August – Dan Hubbard. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Thurs. 4-26-12: Full Court Press 2-All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe, Groovatron (Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed.) Doors at 8:30pm and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Fri. 4-27-12: Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Thurs. 5-3-12: Fareed Haque Moog Guitar & guistar; Greg Fundis on drums; Alex Austin on bass. Jesse Clayton from the MacPodz is our guest keyboard player for 2012! Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 5-4 -12: Terrapin Flyer and Friends. Doors at 8pm, and Show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Belly up has lots of awesome shows for you this Spring! They just announced Greg Laswell on May 29 – on sale Tues March 29. Two nights of Karl Denson performing a tribute to the Beastie Boys feat members of Slightly Stoopid – Fri March 23 and Sat March 24. Don’t miss out!

1st Fri. of every month: Tony, Aaron, and Rebecca from the TOSSERS. – 9pm, no cover.

3rd Sat. of every month: Railway Records Residency – 9pm, no cover.

Last Sat. of every month: the Great Whiskey Project. – 9pm, no cover.

Preferred seating available at all music events when a dinner reservation is made

NEW SHOWS! On Sale Now:

The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: For 4 weeks, our host, Scott, “The Madman” Madden has been selecting artists to perform at tonight’s showcase for a chance to earn a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side. Watch them all compete tonight for a chance at supporting one of our venue side artists. Starts Tuesday 3-20-12 at 8:30, no cover.

Sat. 3-31-12:
Chicago Rose of Tralee 2012. Doors at 6 p.m. Show at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. $15 in advance and at the door for kids under 12 and seniors.

Thurs. 4-19-12:
Funktion – OTIS. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $6 in advance and $9 at the door.

Fri. 5-4 -12:
Terrapin Flyer and Friends. Doors at 8pm, and Show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

COMING SOON>>>>

Thurs. 3-8-12:
Kelsey Montanez – The Soundwalls – Drama Junkies – Dinosaur Party. Door at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 3-9-12:
Chi Town Get Down
Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Sat. 3-17-12:
The Abbey Pub’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival:
Featuring: The Sand Carvers – Shannon Rovers Bag Pipers – O’Hare School of Irish Dance – Kevin Flynn and the Avondale Ramblers – The Great Whiskey Project – Larry Nugent & Guests. Starts at 8am with the GAA Games, and a bus to Chicago’s St. Patricks Day parade. Tickets $10 in advance.

Sun. 3-18-12:
Larry Nugent & Guests performing at 3 p.m. as well as an intimate Irish feast. No Cover

Tues. 3-20-12:
Sexfist. Doors at 9pm and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $5 at the door.

Tues. 3-20-12:
IN THE PUB: The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE #2: For 4 weeks, our host, Scott, “The Madman” Madden has been selecting artists to perform at tonight’s showcase for a chance to earn a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side. Watch them all compete tonight for a chance at supporting one of our venue side artists. Starts at 8:30, no cover.

Thurs. 3-22-12:
EP3 – Bitch Please. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Fri. 3-23-12:
Inbound Kennedy / The Wind Gypsys Doors at 8 p.m. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance and at the door.

Sat. 3-24-12:
The August – Dan Hubbard. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Thurs. 4-26-12:
Full Court Press 2
All Star Jam featuring members of Umphrey’s McGee, Digital Tape Machine, Strange Arrangement, Math Games, Family Groove Company, Kick the Cat, The Coop, Old Shoe, Groovatron (Chicago finest musicians team up again! This is an All Star Jam that is not to be missed.) Doors at 8:30pm and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

The Abbey Pub is having their Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival on Saturday March 17th.
Stop over for The Sand Carvers – Shannon Rovers Bag Pipers – O’Hare School of Irish Dance – Kevin Flynn and the Avondale Ramblers – The Great Whiskey Project – Larry Nugent & Guests. Starts at 8am with the GAA Games, and a bus to Chicago’s St. Patricks Day parade. Tickets $10 in advance.

Thurs. 2-16-12:
IN THE GREEN ROOM: The Abbey Family Unites: A Benefit for Tanya:
Join us for a night of music, drinks and love as we gather together to support our own, Tanya Orndorff. Anyone who has been to The Abbey has probably met Tanya as she’s been with us for almost 10 years. Unfortunately her family recently suffered the loss of her father Preston Orndorff. We are raise money for medical bills and burial expenses. There is no cover for this event, just donations at the door and we’ll be raffling off some cool prizes. If you can’t make it but would still like to help out please click the link below. Tanya has been smiling and entertaining our customers, staff, vendors and everyone else who walks through that door for years. Now it’s time for us to make her day brighter. We hope to see you out there.http://www.giveforward.com/prestonorndorff

Fri. 2-17-12:
The Wolfe Tones – The Trinity Irish Dancers. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

Wed. 2-22-12:
Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Salsa Con Soul.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Thurs. 2-23-12:
Irish Night
Fisticuffs, Mickey Harte (cd release show / 4 time platinum selling artist from ireland.), John Condron. Doors at 7:30pm, and show at 8pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-24-12:
Chicagoland Speedway Presents Country Night!
Brushfire – Jason and the Haymakers – Jeremy Scheuch (Country DJ). Door at 7pm, and show at 8pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-24-12:
IN THE GREEN ROOM: The Buckstops, 9pm no cover.

Sat. 2-25-12:
The Puffins – Falldown Band – Eric Lambert. Doors at 8:30pm, and show at 930pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

Sun. 2-26-12:
IN THE GREEN ROOM: Trivia Night! Come test your knowledge at The Abbey and vie for cool prizes. No cost to sign up. Starts at 7 p.m.

Wed. 2-29-12:
Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Orquesta Nabori.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Thurs. 3-1-12:
Tom Fuller Band – JoyRyders – Ben Clark (winner of The Abbey’s Open Mic Showcase). Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 3-2-12:
Terrapin Flyer – Melvin Seals – Mark Karan – This Must Be The Band. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance, $17 at the door.

Wed. 3-7-12:
Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Joe Rendon and Friends.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Thurs. 3-8-12:
Kelsey Montanez – The Soundwalls – Drama Junkies – Dinosaur Party. Door at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 3-9-12:
Chi Town Get Down
Fifth World – Herbert Wiser – Indigo Sun. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fifth World – Herbert Wiser Band – Ifdakar. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-10-12:

IN THE GREEN ROOM: Pat Smillie Acoustic Duo. 9 p.m. No cover

Sat. 2-11-12:

Pre Valentines day Dinner wine & Live Music!

The Lauren Wolf Band – Michele McGuire – The Puffins. Doors at 8pm and show at 9 pm. Tickets $5 in advance and at the door. Any Entrée $10, house wine $4!

*Get Dinner, a glass of wine and Live music for under $20 a person!

Thurs. 2-16-12:

Ode – Kellen and Me – Jennifer Hall (acoustic). Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Thurs. 2-16-12:

IN THE GREEN ROOM: The Abbey Family Unites: A Benefit for Tanya:

Join us for a night of music, drinks and love as we gather together to support our own, Tanya Orndorff. Anyone who has been to The Abbey has probably met Tanya as she’s been with us for almost 10 years. Unfortunately her family recently suffered the loss of her father Preston Orndorff. We are raise money for medical bills and burial expenses. There is no cover for this event, just donations at the door and we’ll be raffling off some cool prizes. If you can’t make it but would still like to help out please click the link below. Tanya has been smiling and entertaining our customers, staff, vendors and everyone else who walks through that door for years. Now it’s time for us to make her day brighter. We hope to see you out there.

Thurs. 3-22-12: EP3 – Bitch Please. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Thurs. 4-5-12: Kill the Alarm (acoustic) – Josh Holmes – Fivestar Deluxe. Doors at 8:30pm, and show at 9:30pm. Tickets $7 in advance and $10 at the door.

COMING SOON>>>>

Tue. 1-31-12: Sexfist. Doors at 9pm, show at 9:30pm. $5 at the door.

Tues. 1-31-12: IN THE GREEN ROOM
The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE: For the month of January, our host, Scott, “The Madman” Madden has been selecting artists to perform at tonight’s showcase for a chance to earn a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side. Watch them all compete tonight for a chance at supporting one of our venue side artists. Starts at 8:30, no cover.

Fri. 2-3-12: Alex Hoffer – Dear Electric Family – OD Joe. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance and at the door.RSVP at Do312 for no cover till 10pm: http://do312.com/event/2012/02/03/the-nation-alex-hoffer-dear-electric-family

Sat. 2-4-12: Brothers Rage – Afternoon Moon – Digeometric (Funkfusion). doors at 8pm and show at 9pm. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.RSVP at Do312 for no cover till 10pm: http://do312.com/event/2012/02/04/brothers-rage-afternoon-moon-digeometric

Sat. 2-11-12: Pre Valentines day Dinner wine & Live Music!
The Lauren Wolf Band – Michele McGuire – The Puffins. Doors at 8pm and show at 9 pm. Tickets $5 in advance and at the door. Any Entrée $10, house wine $4!
*Get Dinner, a glass of wine and Live music for under $20 a person!

Thurs. 2-16-12: Ode – Kellen and Me – Jennifer Hall (acoustic). Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-17-12: The Wolfe Tones – The Trinity Irish Dancers. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

Wed. 2-22-12: Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards! featuring the band Salsa Con Soul.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Thurs. 2-23-12: Irish Night
Fisticuffs, Mickey Harte (cd release show / 4 time platinum selling artist from ireland.), John Condron. Doors at 7:30pm, and show at 8pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-24-12: Country Night!
Brushfire – Jason and the Haymakers – Jeremy Scheuch (Country DJ). Door at 7pm, and show at 8pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Wed. 2-29-12: Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Orquesta Nabori.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Fri. 3-2-12: Terrapin Flyer – Melvin Seals – Mark Karan – This Must Be The Band. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance, $17 at the door.

Wed. 3-7-12: Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Joe Rendon and Friends.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Thurs. 3-8-12: Kelsey Montanez – The Soundwalls – Drama Junkies – Dinosaur Party. Door at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Don’t miss Double Door’s Valentine’s Day Punk Rock Dance Party with The Siderunners, Wanton Looks, The Handcuffs, The Sonnets, The Demerits and DJ Tafka Vince! And just in case you are thinking about St Patty’s Day stop back by for a free show with Beer Nuts! Read all about it here!

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com- and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

Saturday, May 12: ON SALE THIS SATURDAY 2/4 @ NOON:
Recording A Best Of All The Records and “Fires” In It’s Eternity For A Live Album…
ELECTRIC SIX * ANDY D
$12 advance, $15 day of show / Doors: 8:30PM / Show: 9PM

This Sunday the Empty Bottle will turn itself into your home away from home, your in-door tailgate extravaganza! They will be pulling out the big screen, setting up some comfy seating, the drinks will be flowing and half-heartedly rooting on one of the East Coast teams in the match up. See what else will be going down this weekend!

Every Tuesday in January: The Abbey’s Open Mic Night Challenge: The Abbey’s Tuesday night Open Mic night, hosted by Scott “The Madman” Madden, is giving you the chance to vie for a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side. Beginning Jan. 3rd, we’ll invite two artists each week to perform at our end of the month showcase being held on Jan. 31st. Starts at 8:30, no cover.

Sat. 2-11-12:
Pre Valentines day Dinner wine & Live Music!
The Lauren Wolf Band – Michele McGuire – The Puffins. Doors at 8pm and show at 9 pm. Tickets $5 in advance and at the door. Any Entrée $10, house wine $4!
*Get Dinner, a glass of wine and Live music for under $20 a person!

Tues. 1-31-12:IN THE GREEN ROOM
The Abbey’s Open Mic Night CHALLENGE SHOWCASE: For the month of January, our host, Scott, “The Madman” Madden has been selecting artists to perform at tonight’s showcase for a chance to earn a spot on a bill for a concert on the venue side. Watch them all compete tonight for a chance at supporting one of our venue side artists. Starts at 8:30, no cover.

Fri. 2-10-12:
Chi Town Get Down
Fifth World – Herbert Wiser Band – Ifdakar. Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-10-12:
IN THE GREEN ROOM: Pat Smillie Band. 9 p.m. No cover

Sat. 2-11-12:
Pre Valentines day Dinner wine & Live Music!
The Lauren Wolf Band – Michele McGuire – The Puffins. Doors at 8pm and show at 9 pm. Tickets $5 in advance and at the door. Any Entrée $10, house wine $4!
*Get Dinner, a glass of wine and Live music for under $20 a person!

Thurs. 2-16-12:
Ode – Kellen and Me – Jennifer Hall (acoustic). Doors at 8pm, and show at 9pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-17-12:
The Wolfe Tones – The Trinity Irish Dancers. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

Wed. 2-22-12:
Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Salsa Con Soul.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Thurs. 2-23-12:
Irish Night
Fisticuffs, Mickey Harte (cd release show / 4 time platinum selling artist from ireland.), John Condron. Doors at 7:30pm, and show at 8pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Fri. 2-24-12:
Country Night!
Brushfire – Jason and the Haymakers – Jeremy Scheuch (Country DJ). Door at 7pm, and show at 8pm. Tickets $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Wed. 2-29-12:
Salsa Wednesdays at The Abbey!
Doors at 7:30, class begins at 8 with live entertainment afterwards!
featuring the band Salsa Con Soul.
-Every Wednesday enjoy 20% off your meal, $4 Corona and $4 house wines.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (Cover charge includes 1 drink ticket.)

Fri. 3-2-12:
Terrapin Flyer – Melvin Seals – Mark Karan – This Must Be The Band. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance, $17 at the door.

Metro/Smart Bar is located at 3730 N Clark Street. Tickets to Metro and Smart Bar shows are available through the Metro and Smart Bar websites – www.metrochicago.comand www.smartbarchicago.com- and the Metro Box Office. Call (773) 549-0203 for more details.

The duo of Christopher Barnes and Kristen Drymala create ethereally slow burning ditties as Gem Club. With a keyboard and a cello, their songs are cavernous and evoke a sense of longing. Gem Club’s tunes are the perfect soundtrack for a walk on a cold and foreboding beach, which is not surprising that their song “Red Arrow” was featured on the ABC drama, Revenge. Hamptons approved.

For their set at Littlefield, they were joined by vocalist Ieva Berberbian. They quickly gave the thumbs up and started with “Birds” from their self-released six-song EP, Acid and Everything. Taking from both the EP and their full length Breakers, the audience was transported into a dreamy reverie of piano ballads. For the track “Breakers”, Kristen delicately tapped colorful foot bells and Chris lamented “the graceless years are gone”. Chris offered very little chatter between songs, though very thankful for the opportunity to play and open for Califone. One of the few songs he introduced, “Acid and Everything” started somewhat in the vein of Radiohead’s “No Surprises” with its loopy piano keys. The band ended their short 40-minute set with “In Wavelengths”, which has a glorious rendition recorded for a Daytrotter session over the 2011 CMJ festive.

On a crisp evening, fans poured into Mercury Lounge to witness a rare, intimate concert with Ms. Sharon Van Etten. Weeks before her latest LP, Tramp hits stores February 7th, she played to a sold out crowd on Wednesday. She thanked her fans for giving up their hump day to hang with her. Amongst her fans in the crowd was one Aaron Dessner of The National, who also helped producer her upcoming release. Though not in attendance, Sharon’s other fancy friends include TV on the Radio’s Kyp Malone (who was given a demo personally from Van Etten) and Justin Vernon of Bon Iver, who is her fellow Jagjaguwar label mate. Girl rolls with fine company.

Covering her new album from side A to B, she began with “Warsaw” and continued in order of the track list. As most of the songs were very new to her audience (unless they had streamed her performance the day before at The Greene Space for WNYC’s Soundcheck), they piped up for her single “Serpents”. She had taken the single out for a spin on her first network television appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon a few weeks earlier. She then went on to introduce the next tune “Kevin’s” as a song about quitting smoking. Though there was little chatter between SVE and the crowd, she brought out a ukulele and an omnichord. The latter instrument elicited a cheer of “OMICHORD!”

“All I Can” was well received by the entranced audience. This reporter overheard one concertgoer say, “I really loved that last song.” Sharon’s echoey vocals sure do that to listeners. Her vocals were enhanced especially by bassist/keyboardist Heather Wood Broderick (Horse Feathers, Efterklang) on the second to last song “I’m Wrong”. Though there was no encore, the crowd left completely satisfied and blessed to witness a true artist on the heels of a breakout. SVE plays additional New York shows in February: